On Sunday 21st July 2013 a sizeable earthquake occurred in the middle of New Zealand.
This was one of a swarm of earthquakes.
Here are some resources that feature earthquakes. They address science, English and maths knowledge and skills.
Using the resources
Some of the resources refer to a particular earthquake. Make sure students understand they are not about the recent ones. However, do make links to the current events. This will help them see the relevance of the task to everyday events.
Some of the resources could be adapted by changing the information provided. Source reports and graphics in local newspapers or on-line of the recent earthquakes.
If possible, include students' experiences. What did they notice? How did their experiences compare with others? What explanations can they give for the observations/experiences?
Level 2
- Earthquake safety (Visual language)
Level 3
- Emergency planning guide (Visual language)
- Emergency situation (Oral language)
Level 4
- Roads and earthquakes (Planet Earth and Beyond)
Level 5 (Planet Earth and Beyond)